Since the weather has started picking up and the first spring buds are popping out, our hearts also start blossoming and are willing to sing along with nature. Suddenly we discover more energy within ourselves and time to attend social events and activities. Luckily for the music lovers, and especially Ukrainian music enthusiasts, a few worthy gigs are coming up not to be missed. Have I caught you attention yet, then please read on.
On Sunday May15th a popular Ukrainian band TIK is visiting London with a show that will be staged at London‘s Scala venue. If you are Ukrainian by origin you are most likely to be familiar with this band's songs. The songs can have satirical and comic notes, with more meaningful lyrics about tough times that the Ukrainian generations had to face throughout its history and the realities of today`s society. However if the Ukrainian lyrics or everyday's problems do not appeal to you, is it still worth a visit? If you like the fusion of rock music with ethnic motifs and middle eights performed on traditional instruments that produce some rather unexpected and fun sound, then this gig is worth paying a visit to so you will be in for a treat.
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However the real festival of the sound and the unforgettable show will be presented by another Ukrainian music band Dakha Brakha, who are coming to England for the second time. Last August the band performed at Brighton Festival and has stolen the show and the hearts of international audiences. This time the band will play a gig in London on the 23rd June 2016 at Rich Mix. Dakha Brakha is a world music quartet of 3 girls and a guy, who look as colourful and creative as they sound - tall fur hats, traditional cotton dresses embellished with oversized ethno-accessories. The band combines Ukrainian folk melodies with international music instrumentation - Indian, Arabic, African, Russian and Australian and thus creates an extraordinary music experience. The powerful vocals with its wide diapason, folk and soul motifs, the visual elements of the stage performance will take you to the unique world of Dakha Brakha. The gig is not to be missed if you appreciate quality music and the experimental genre that is ethno-chaos. Even more good news - the tickets go on sale for £15.00 or less, so be all ears!
